Cub Cadet 1535 - Adjusting the Brakes

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ADJUSTING THE CLUTCH
A CAUTION
The clutch must be adjusted before the
brakes can be adjusted.
It is important that a clearance of .050 inch be main¬
tained between the clutch release lever and the clutch
release bearing. In order to maintain this clearance,
the pedal should have a free movement of approxi¬
mately 9/32 inch. This measurement is taken at the
point of contact of the pedal arm with the front edge of
the pedal return stop.
The clutch pedal adjustments are set at the factory
and should not require frequent attention unless the
linkage has been disturbed or when the pedal move¬
ment becomes less than 9/32 inch. When it is neces¬
sary to adjust the clutch, turn the adjusting nut on the
clutch release rod in or out as required to get the
proper measurements. (See Figure 25.)
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Figure 25
1. Clutch Release Lever
2. Safety Starting Switch
3. Clutch Release Rod
4. Adjusting Nut
ADJUSTING THE BRAKES
A CAUTION
The clutch must be adjusted before the
brakes can be adjusted.
Brake adjustment
During normal operation on this machine, the brakes
are subject to wear and will require periodic examina¬
tion and adjustment.
Brake adjustment check
1. To check brake adjustment, place a 1-3/4 inch
thick wood block between the clutch/brake pedal
and the brake lock (see Figure 26).
2. With the 1-3/4 inch thick wood block installed, the
brake disc pads should be applying a light
amount of friction against the brake disc rotor. If
they are not, the brakes need adjustment.
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